The forecast for the total number of 10% top-cited scientific publications in animal science and zoology in France indicates a decline from 38.93 publications in 2024 to 36.93 in 2028. The year-on-year percentage change shows a steady, albeit slight, downward trend over these years. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) reflects this decline, suggesting an average decrease per annum.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential changes in research funding or focus areas that could influence publication outputs.
Technological advancements enabling more efficient research output and dissemination.
Collaborative research initiatives that may impact the citation dynamics globally and within France.